2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 172 kg more than 2002 Fiat Doblo. 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 (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
