1996 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Rover 45.
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 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Laguna | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Laguna | 45 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
