1998 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |