2001 Renault Megane vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 229 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |
