2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (168 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (226 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2006 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Forester | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 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 Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
