2009 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Laguna | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Laguna | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
