2005 Holden Frontera vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Holden Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Frontera | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Frontera | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |