2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 395 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Maserati GranSport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | GranSport | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
