2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | HR-V | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
