2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 503 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | 300 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |