2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 5 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 67 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Compass | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
