2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
