1997 Lancia K vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 1997 Lancia K and 1997 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Lancia K (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lancia K | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | K | Laguna |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |