2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Dodge Stratus 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Stratus 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.
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, 2002 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna. 2002 Dodge Stratus 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. 2002 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Stratus | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Stratus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
