2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12.8 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 | 1527 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
