2005 Acura TL vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Acura TL 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 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 115 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.
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 TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
