2000 Dodge Avenger 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 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger. 2000 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Avenger | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
