2005 Opel Agila vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Opel Agila 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Agila | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
