1998 Honda Passport 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 Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (204 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Honda Passport. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Passport.
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 (271 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Passport | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Passport | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
