2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 1998 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Polo | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Polo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
