1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Because 1998 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S2000 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S2000 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |