2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 201 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |