1999 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1999 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Laguna | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Laguna | V50 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |