1998 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. Both 1998 Renault Clio and 2004 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,783 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 510 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
