2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM3 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), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM3. 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 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2004 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Renault | Samsung |
| Model | Laguna | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
