2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1162 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Escalade | Laguna |
Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2612 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1918 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2680 mm |