2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea.
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, 2007 Fiat Idea (261 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Idea | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
