2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2000 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 215 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 E 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 E. 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 E (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | E | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 83 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |