2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 3 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 715 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V 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. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Renault Laguna | 2003 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Laguna | V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |