1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 8 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 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 2003 Volkswagen Bora 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. 2003 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Bora |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |