2004 Xedos 9 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (115 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 270 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Xedos | Renault |
| Model | 9 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
