1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2003 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Renault Laguna.
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, 1993 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2003 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
