1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna. 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, 2005 Volvo C70 (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | C70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
