2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. 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 (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Renault | Fiat |
Model | Laguna | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |