2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
