2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 200 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (204 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | C | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
