1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 70 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Laguna | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2615 mm |
