2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 2 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
