2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 404 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
