1998 Citroen Xantia 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 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xantia | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |