2009 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.1 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 | 1520 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
