2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 528 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 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna. 2008 Jeep Commander 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. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Commander | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
