2007 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
