1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 15 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 120 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.
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, 2010 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Laguna | Compass |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 51 L |
