2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Rover 75.
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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1999 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 1999 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Laguna | 75 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |