2004 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
