1994 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Laguna | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Laguna | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
