2003 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Laguna weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
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 Vauxhall Vectra (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Laguna | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Laguna | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |