2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4.
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, 2004 Citroen C4 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
