2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Renault Modus
To start off, 2004 Renault Modus 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Renault Modus. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Renault Modus. 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, 2004 Renault Modus (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2004 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Modus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
