2005 Holden Caprice vs. 2005 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2005 Holden Caprice 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna.

Because 2005 Holden Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Caprice (446 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Caprice 2005 Renault Laguna
Make Holden Renault
Model Caprice Laguna
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 446 Nm 191 Nm
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 93 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors


 

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