2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
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 (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Laguna |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |