2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (185 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Laguna | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
