1996 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 461 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Laguna | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Renault | Jaguar |
| Model | Laguna | XJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3032 mm |
