2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (188 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 420 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
