1999 Renault Safrane 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 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Safrane | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
