2006 Renault Laguna vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna. 2006 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
