2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 63 kg more than 1996 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 Primera (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
