2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
