1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1999 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Italdesign Nazca | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Italdesign | Renault |
| Model | Nazca | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
