2010 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Laguna | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1404 mm |
