2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 147 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna.
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, 2004 Renault Laguna (185 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 83 L |
