2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 405 kg more than 1994 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Quest | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2680 mm |
