2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 725 kg more than 1999 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna. 2007 Honda Pilot 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. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Pilot | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
