2000 Lada Samara II vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2000 Lada Samara II 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 538 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara II. 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 Renault Laguna (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara II. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Samara II | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Samara II | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |