2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 5 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 127 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Laguna | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |