1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Trans Sport | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |