2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa.
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, 2009 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa. 2009 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Versa | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Versa | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
