2003 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2003 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Laguna | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Laguna | C5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
