1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 165 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.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Laguna | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Laguna | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |