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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 268 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 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 | 1984 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |