1998 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Sebring (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2006 Renault Laguna (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Sebring | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
