1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Ascari A10
To start off, 2006 Ascari A10 is newer by 11 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 Ascari A10.
Because 2006 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2006 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Renault | Ascari |
| Model | Laguna | A10 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2636 mm |
