1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 155 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna. 2005 Renault Laguna 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. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Laguna | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Laguna | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |