2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Aerio 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 143 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Aerio.
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 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Aerio has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Aerio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2004 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
