2008 Nissan Quest vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1999 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 Quest (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Quest | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Quest | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2680 mm |
