2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 231 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Laguna | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
