2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat 500 2005 Renault Laguna
Make Fiat Renault
Model 500 Laguna
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.6:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 165 km/hour 215 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.2 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 70 L


 

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