1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. Both 1998 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
