2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
