2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 2008 Renault Espace (320 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
