2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 310 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, 2011 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Laguna | C6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
