2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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, both vehicles can yield 270 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
