2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 775 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1998 Westfield ZEI 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 1998 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Renault | Westfield |
| Model | Laguna | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
