2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, both 2005 Renault Laguna and 2005 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2005 Rover 45 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Laguna | 45 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |