1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 725 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 2010 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Renault | SsangYong |
Model | Laguna | Rexton |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |