2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Holden Astra
To start off, 2001 Holden Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Holden Astra.
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, 2001 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2001 Holden Astra 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. 2001 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2001 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Laguna | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
