1999 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2007 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Laguna |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |