2000 Citroen Xanae 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 Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 216 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xanae has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xanae will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xanae | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
