2004 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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 Opel Vectra (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Vectra | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Vectra | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |