2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A8 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3122 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 149 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |