1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 17 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 830 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 2012 Chrysler Voyager 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. 2012 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | Laguna | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3078 mm |
