2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 65 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, 2007 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Doblo | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Doblo | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |