2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GT and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.

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 Renault Laguna (191 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo GT 2005 Renault Laguna
Make Alfa Romeo Renault
Model GT Laguna
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1745 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 191 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 38 L


 

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