2002 Holden Zafira vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Zafira weights approximately 428 kg more than 2006 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, 2002 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Zafira | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Zafira | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
