2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 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 35 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
