1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 2007 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Duna | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
