2006 Honda Element vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
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 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Element | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |