2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 945 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Frontier | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
