2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Swift is newer by 6 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 284 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Swift. 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 (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2006 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | Swift |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
