2006 Honda Element vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element 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 38 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Laguna weights approximately 355 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Element | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
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 | 156 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |