2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Renault Laguna and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna.
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 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Laguna | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Laguna | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |