2001 Renault Laguna vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Laguna | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Caldina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |