2001 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. 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 (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Integra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
