1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Sunfire | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
