2008 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 314 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S8 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
