2011 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
