1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos 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 Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 275 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 Eos (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna. 2013 Volkswagen Eos 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. 2013 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Eos |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
