2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 14 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 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Tribeca | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Subaru | Renault |
Model | Tribeca | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |