2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 203 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Laguna | C4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 14.2 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 | 1460 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
