1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 335 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Terios | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Terios | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
