2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 319 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 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Renault Laguna 2012 Nissan Frontier
Make Renault Nissan
Model Laguna Frontier
Year Released 2007 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2187 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1919 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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