2004 Honda Element vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (115 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 265 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 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 115 L |
