2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 164 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1996 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
