2009 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Fox would be higher. 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 114 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Laguna | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Fox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
