2003 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 676 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti QX4 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, 2003 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti QX4 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Infiniti | Renault |
Model | QX4 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |