2005 Marcos TS vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
Because 2005 Marcos TS 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 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TS | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Marcos | Renault |
Model | TS | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |