2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 349 kg more than 1997 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Maxima | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Maxima | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
