2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, both vehicles can yield 270 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Laguna | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
