2005 Honda Element vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Element | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Element | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |