2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Laguna | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2615 mm |
