2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Laguna | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Laguna | 75 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |