2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 713 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
