2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 144 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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 Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 2006 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Murano | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
