2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
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, 2008 Renault Laguna (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Strada | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
