1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 1 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 45 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Intrepid | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
