2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 540 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Odyssey (326 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Odyssey | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Odyssey | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |