1994 Renault Express vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 645 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Express | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Express | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
