2002 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Aurora | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
