2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 434 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna.
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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
