1995 Peugeot 205 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 490 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205.
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, 2001 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 205 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 205 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
