2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1373 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |