2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 118 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Vibe | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |