2006 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
