1996 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 15 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 147 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Laguna | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2604 mm |
