2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Acura CSX
To start off, 2008 Acura CSX is newer by 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Acura CSX. 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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura CSX. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura CSX has manual transmission. 2008 Acura CSX 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 | 2008 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Laguna | CSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
