2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Caddy | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
