Renault Laguna 2007 vs Volkswagen Jetta 2006
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 200 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds | |
|
Renault Laguna is more dynamic to drive. Renault Laguna engine produces 20 HP more power than Volkswagen Jetta, whereas torque is 70 NM more than Volkswagen Jetta. Thanks to more power Renault Laguna reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.9 | 8.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.9 l/100km | 8.2 l/100km | |
|
The Volkswagen Jetta is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Laguna consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Jetta, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault Laguna could require 75 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Laguna consumes 1.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Jetta. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 740 km in combined cycle | 650 km in combined cycle | |
| 1000 km on highway | 850 km on highway | ||
| 660 km with real consumption | 670 km with real consumption | ||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 5 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Renault Grand Espace | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Golf, Audi A3, Seat Altea, Seat Leon | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Renault Laguna 2007 2.0 engine: This engine offers a respectable lifespan for a turbocharged motor but comes with several recurring issues that demand attention. One common problem is oil consumption, which can result from hardened valve seals or, in later ... More about Renault Laguna 2007 2.0 engine Volkswagen Jetta 2006 2.0 engine: 2.0 FSI engine, part of the EA827 family, features a lightweight aluminum block with cast-iron liners and a unique timing system. A toothed belt drives the exhaust camshaft, while the intake camshaft is driven by a single-row chain, which also integrates with the variable valve timing mechanism. The timing regulator is ... More about Volkswagen Jetta 2006 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.70 m | 4.55 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.46 m | |
|
Renault Laguna is larger, but slightly lower. Renault Laguna is 15 cm longer than the Volkswagen Jetta, 3 cm wider, while the height of Renault Laguna is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | 527 litres | |
|
Volkswagen Jetta has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Renault Laguna has 77 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Jetta. This could mean that the Renault Laguna uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`017 | 1`930 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 1800 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Renault Laguna has
|
Volkswagen Jetta has
| |