2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 4 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, 2009 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Megane should accelerate faster 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
