2005 Acura RSX vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
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, 2005 Acura RSX (194 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | RSX | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 151 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |