1999 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio. 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Laguna | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
