2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 360 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
