2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1996 Renault Megane
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 Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. 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 Renault Laguna (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
