2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
