2008 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 3,101 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 2008 Audi A6 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. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3101 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
