1997 Renault Laguna vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 3 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
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 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Laguna | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Laguna | Astra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
