2002 Dodge Neon vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 7 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna.
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 (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
