2005 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 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 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |