2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 521 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Laguna | Croma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.1 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 | 1461 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
