1998 Ford Laser vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
