1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Sportut | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
