2009 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz A and 2009 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz A | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | A | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |