2009 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Laguna | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Laguna | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1948 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
