1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Saturn ION is newer by 12 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn ION (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 106 kg more than 2007 Saturn ION.
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, 2007 Saturn ION (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2007 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Laguna | ION |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
