2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | S80 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
