2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2007 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Laguna | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
