2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Opel Corsa 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
