1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 539 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Because 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee has manual transmission. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
