2005 Renault Clio vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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, 1997 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
