2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2003 Renault Koleos 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 376 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
