2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 632 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2012 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Renault Laguna | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Renault | SsangYong |
Model | Laguna | Rexton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |