2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laguna | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
