2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 584 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.7 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 | 846 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |