2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Opel Astra

To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 7 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. Both 2000 Renault Laguna and 2007 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. 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 (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2007 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Renault Laguna 2007 Opel Astra
Make Renault Opel
Model Laguna Astra
Year Released 2000 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 81.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 52 L


 

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