2003 Renault Koleos vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Koleos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Koleos would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 386 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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 (270 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Koleos | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Koleos | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
