2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 9 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 90 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
