2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 366 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 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 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 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 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |