2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 510 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 2009 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Durango | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
