1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 138 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna. 2008 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | S40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
