2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 10 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 343 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus X | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
