2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Laguna | Antara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
