2004 Honda Element vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
