2005 Citroen C8 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 357 kg more than 1995 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 C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C8 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
