1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 86 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Eos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
