2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2008 Renault Laguna (271 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (172 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Vibe | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
