2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
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 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
