2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1350 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | Renault | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Laguna | Corniche |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |