2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (167 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 116 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (225 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| 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 | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
