2011 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2011 Opel Astra and 2011 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna.
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, 2011 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna. 2011 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Opel Astra | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Laguna |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |