1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 13 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Laguna | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Beetle |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2537 mm |