1998 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
