1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 8 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 21 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 40 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Megane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
