2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 37 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.
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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Laguna | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
