2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2001 Saturn SC 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 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Laguna | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
