2005 Citroen C vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
