2008 Nissan Quest vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 125 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2006 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2006 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 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Quest | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
