2005 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2010 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
