2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima. 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, both vehicles can yield 271 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Maxima | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
