2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. Both 2000 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | E | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
