2003 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Laguna weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Laguna | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Laguna | SX4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |