2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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 (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (106 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
