2002 AC Aceca vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 60 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.
Because 2002 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Aceca | Laguna |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |