2009 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna. 2013 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Laguna | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Laguna | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2011 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
