1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 597 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Laguna | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 93 L |
