2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 240 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 Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
