2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2000 Ferrari 550 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 550 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |