Renault Laguna 2002 vs Audi A4 2001
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| 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: | 135 HP | 130 HP | |
| Torque: | 191 NM | 195 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds | |
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Audi A4 is a more dynamic driving. Renault Laguna engine produces 5 HP more power than Audi A4, but torque is 4 NM less than Audi A4. Despite the higher power, Renault Laguna reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 | 7.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.3 l/100km | 8.8 l/100km | |
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The Audi A4 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 Audi A4, 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 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 830 km in combined cycle | 880 km in combined cycle | |
| 1110 km on highway | 1120 km on highway | ||
| 750 km with real consumption | 790 km with real consumption | ||
| Audi A4 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 370'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Audi A4 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Renault Espace | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Audi A6 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Laguna might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Renault Laguna 2002 2.0 engine: The F4R 2.0 engine is a relatively simple and reliable unit, capable of lasting up to 400,000 km with proper maintenance. Its design is straightforward, and service is generally accessible. However, several recurring issues ... More about Renault Laguna 2002 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.58 m | 4.55 m | |
| Width: | 1.75 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Renault Laguna is 3 cm longer than the Audi A4, 2 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 445 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Laguna is 0.2 metres less than that of the Audi A4. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`300 | 1`895 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | low | above average | |
| Audi A4 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Laguna has serious deffects in 40 percent more cases than Audi A4, so Audi A4 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 1800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 6.7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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