2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 2010 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto. 2010 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
