2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 103 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. 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 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
