2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 428 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (191 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elise | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 38 L |
