2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 15 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 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Laguna | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
