2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 6 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 320 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 2004 Cadillac XLR 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 2004 Cadillac XLR. 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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | XLR | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
