2001 Honda HR-V vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | HR-V | Laguna |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |