1996 Renault Laguna vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Laguna | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Laguna | Laguna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |