1999 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 779 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna. 2010 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Laguna | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Laguna | MDX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
