1997 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 96 kg more than 1997 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Laguna | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Laguna | Juke |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |