2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
