2007 Nissan Primera vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 128 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna.
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 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna. 2002 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Primera | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
