2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (188 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 196 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Durango | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 66 L |
