2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera.
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, 2006 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera. 2006 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
