2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 49 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Laguna | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |