2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 331 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |