1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna.
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 Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna. 2004 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
