2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Laguna | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 321 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |