2007 Citroen C8 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1995 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C8 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
