1998 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Legend | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Legend | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |