2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Laguna | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Laguna | 45 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |