2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (203 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xsara | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.1 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 | 1216 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |