2005 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2005 Infiniti M 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 470 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 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Infiniti M 2005 Renault Laguna
Make Infiniti Renault
Model M Laguna
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4494 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 453 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 80.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 68 L


 

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