2006 Renault Laguna vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (118 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate.
Because 1998 Tata Estate 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 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 1998 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Laguna | Estate |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
