1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
