2007 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
