2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Smart ForFour

To start off, both 2005 Renault Laguna and 2005 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 494 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Renault Laguna 2005 Smart ForFour
Make Renault Smart
Model Laguna ForFour
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2188 cc 1332 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 75.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 215 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 11.1 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 1464 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 47 L


 

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