2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 9 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 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 28 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 2004 Chevrolet Tracker 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 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tracker | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
