2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 2005 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
