2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Saturn ION 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Saturn ION. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Saturn ION. 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 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn ION. (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2007 Saturn ION | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Laguna | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |