1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 308 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 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Laguna | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
