2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, both 2005 Renault Laguna and 2005 Smart Coupe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 735 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | Laguna | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
