2004 Renault Laguna vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Laguna | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |