2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 195 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | CC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
