1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 881 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.
Because 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Laguna | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
