2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 13 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Laguna | C4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
