2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5.
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, 2012 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5. 2012 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. 2012 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
