2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Renault Laguna and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 696 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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2008 Renault Laguna | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |