1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Sharan |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |