2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 386 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
