1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 54 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Laguna | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
