2010 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Laguna | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Laguna | Forester |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2006 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2615 mm |