1998 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 221 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Rasheen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Rasheen | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Rasheen | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
