2009 Honda Element vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Element | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |