2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, both 2000 Renault Laguna and 2000 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. 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 (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45. 2000 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2000 Rover 45 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Laguna | 45 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |