2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
