2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Laguna | C4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
