2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1996 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.

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 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Renault Laguna 1996 Renault Laguna
Make Renault Renault
Model Laguna Laguna
Year Released 2000 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2188 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2680 mm


 

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