2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 975 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
