2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 130 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.
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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2002 Nissan Maxima 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. 2002 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Laguna | Maxima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |