2003 Nissan Xterra vs. 2003 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2003 Nissan Xterra and 2003 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Xterra | 2003 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Xterra | Laguna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |