1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 9 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, 2004 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2004 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 2004 Suzuki Liana 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. 2004 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | Liana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
