2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 19 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5. 2002 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
