1997 Citroen Rally Raid 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 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.

Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Citroen Rally Raid 2007 Renault Laguna
Make Citroen Renault
Model Rally Raid Laguna
Year Released 1997 2007
Engine Size 2499 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 296 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2750 mm