2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
