2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 34 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2004 Renault Laguna (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Spider | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |