1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Laguna | 156 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
