2000 Opel Astra vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Astra | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |