2000 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Because 2000 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Terrano II | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Terrano II | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
