2007 Renault Espace vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 365 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.
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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
