2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Superb would be higher. 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 18 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Superb. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Superb weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2003 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Laguna | Superb |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
