2008 Subaru Outback vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Outback | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Outback | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
