2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 151 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 | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
