1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | RunX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
