2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 344 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | FX | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
