2003 MG XPower vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 MG XPower is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG XPower weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 MG XPower is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 MG XPower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG XPower | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | XPower | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
