2006 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 577 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
