2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2006 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q5 2006 Renault Laguna
Make Audi Renault
Model Q5 Laguna
Year Released 2009 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 169 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 82.6 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 204 km/hour 232 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 8.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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