2005 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40.
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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S40 | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | S40 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
