2008 Renault Laguna vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 421 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Laguna | 155 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
