2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 45 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.
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, 2006 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 8.3 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 | 1380 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
