2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 592 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 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Laguna | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
