1996 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saturn Sky is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Saturn Sky. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Laguna | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Laguna | Sky |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
