1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 15 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 1336 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 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Laguna | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
Make | Renault | Infiniti |
Model | Laguna | QX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3075 mm |