1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1995 Peugeot 406

To start off, both 1995 Renault Laguna and 1995 Peugeot 406 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 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. 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 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 1995 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Renault Laguna 1995 Peugeot 406
Make Renault Peugeot
Model Laguna 406
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1783 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 95 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 267 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2710 mm


 

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