2003 Acura CL vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | CL | Laguna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |