2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
