2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2000 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | PT Cruiser | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |