2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 6 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Laguna | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Laguna | Insight |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |