2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 350Z | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
