2009 Renault Laguna vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. Both 2009 Renault Laguna and 1999 Renault Safrane are equipped with a 2,946 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Laguna | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
