2004 Honda Element 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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 (270 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
