2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 552 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Laguna | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
