2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Altima | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Altima | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
