2005 Marcos TS 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 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TS 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 320 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, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TS | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Marcos | Renault |
Model | TS | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |