2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (285 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (143 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
