2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2003 Nissan Primera 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 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 113 kg more than 2003 Nissan Primera. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2003 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Laguna | Primera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |