2009 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio.
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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Laguna | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
