2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 331 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Laguna | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
