2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 122 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Laguna | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |