1998 Citroen Xsara 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 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
