2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Altima | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
