1999 Subaru Vivio 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 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 915 kg more than 1999 Subaru Vivio. 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Vivio. 2007 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Vivio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Vivio | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Vivio | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2750 mm |
