2007 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2007 Renault Espace 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace 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, 2007 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Renault Espace 2005 Renault Laguna
Make Renault Renault
Model Espace Laguna
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1869 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 197 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2110 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 70 L


 

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