2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 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 150 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
