1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
