1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 1995 Peugeot 406 and 1995 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 64 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Peugeot 406 1995 Renault Laguna
Make Peugeot Renault
Model 406 Laguna
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2087 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 267 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1554 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2680 mm


 

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