1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Laguna | Forester |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 268 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |