2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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 Opel Vectra (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
