2008 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. Both 2008 Audi A3 and 2005 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Audi A3 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
