2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 288 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 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 359 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |