2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Altima and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Altima | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 191 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |