1999 Nissan Crew 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 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Crew would be higher. Both 1999 Nissan Crew and 2007 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Crew 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 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Crew | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Crew | Laguna |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |