2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1999 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna.

Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna. 2009 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Land Rover LR3 1999 Renault Laguna
Make Land Rover Renault
Model LR3 Laguna
Year Released 2009 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4394 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual


 

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