2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. 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 (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
