2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 313 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Laguna | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Laguna | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |