1998 Porsche Boxster vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Laguna weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1998 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche Boxster | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | Boxster | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |