2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Laguna | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |