2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | R8 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
