2005 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 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 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz B | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | B | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |