2010 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 37 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5.
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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Laguna | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Renault | Citroen |
Model | Laguna | C5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |