2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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 Rover 45 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Laguna | 45 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |