2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
