2004 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
