2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 and 2006 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2006 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 Renault Laguna (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8. 2006 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C8 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |