2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX 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, 1996 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Laguna | SVX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
