2007 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
