2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 60 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 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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.
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2000 Renault Laguna | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |