2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Panda | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |