2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 194 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 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| 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 | 67 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.7 seconds | 11.7 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 | 1186 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
