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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (188 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. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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 (319 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (267 Nm). 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 | 2946 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
