2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 459 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 2007 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Liberty | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Liberty | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
