2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | Laguna | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
