2008 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
