1996 Renault Laguna vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 1998 Saab 900i is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 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, 1998 Saab 900i (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Laguna | 1998 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Laguna | 900i |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
