2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A3 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |