2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 391 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Laguna | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
