2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. 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 Nissan Almera (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Almera | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
