2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 410 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.
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, 2006 Citroen C5 (286 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
