2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 2003 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 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 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 1400 | 2003 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
