2008 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, both vehicles can yield 174 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
