2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Golf | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
