2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Laguna | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |