2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 10 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 53 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 400 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, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Sebring | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
