2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 8 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Renault Laguna | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Renault | Aston Martin |
Model | Laguna | Vantage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |