1999 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 706 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Laguna | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Laguna | Quest |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
