2007 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane 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. Both 2007 Renault Megane and 2005 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
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 Megane (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
