2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Renault Megane

To start off, both 2005 Renault Laguna and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 475 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Renault Laguna 2005 Renault Megane
Make Renault Renault
Model Laguna Megane
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1870 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 167 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 216 km/hour 197 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.2 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1850 kg
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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