2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Renault Laguna and 2008 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 722 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna. 2008 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
