2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Eos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
