2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 149 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 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Laguna | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4935 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |