2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti EX weights approximately 344 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.
Because 2010 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Laguna | EX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
