2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 536 kg more than 2001 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 (314 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna. 2004 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Quest | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
