1998 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 346 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Pontiac Grand Prix (400 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
