1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 340 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 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna. 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2009 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
