2001 Acura CL vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Acura CL.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | CL | Laguna |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |