2003 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Laguna weights approximately 228 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
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, 2011 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Laguna | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Laguna | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
