Peugeot 407 2007 vs Renault Laguna 2005
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 140 HP | 135 HP | |
| Torque: | 200 NM | 191 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds | |
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Peugeot 407 is more dynamic to drive. Peugeot 407 engine produces 5 HP more power than Renault Laguna, whereas torque is 9 NM more than Renault Laguna. Thanks to more power Peugeot 407 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.1 | 8.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km | 8.8 l/100km | |
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The Peugeot 407 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Peugeot 407 consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Renault Laguna, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Peugeot 407 could require 15 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Peugeot 407 consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Renault Laguna. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 68 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 810 km in combined cycle | 850 km in combined cycle | |
| 790 km with real consumption | 770 km with real consumption | ||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 460'000 km | 370'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Peugeot 407 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 20 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Peugeot 307, Citroen C5, Citroen C4 Picasso, Citroen C4 | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Renault Espace | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Peugeot 407 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Renault Laguna 2005 2.0 engine: The F4R 2.0 engine is a relatively simple and reliable unit, capable of lasting up to 400,000 km with proper maintenance. Its design is straightforward, and service is generally accessible. However, several recurring issues ... More about Renault Laguna 2005 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.68 m | 4.58 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.43 m | |
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Peugeot 407 is larger. Peugeot 407 is 10 cm longer than the Renault Laguna, 4 cm wider, while the height of Peugeot 407 is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 407 litres | 430 litres | |
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Renault Laguna has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Peugeot 407 has 23 litres less trunk space than the Renault Laguna. This could mean that the Peugeot 407 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Peugeot 407 is 1.1 metres more than that of the Renault Laguna, which means Peugeot 407 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`800 | 1`300 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | above average | |
| Renault Laguna has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Peugeot 407 has serious deffects in 35 percent more cases than Renault Laguna, so Renault Laguna quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 1200 | 1200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.1/10 | 7.0/10 | |
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