2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 990 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
