1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Seville | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |