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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) 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 48 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
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 | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
