2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 70 L |
