2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 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) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 148 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2004 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Laguna | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| 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 | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
