2003 Renault Megane 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 Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
