2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift 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. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Swift (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
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 (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Swift 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 | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | Swift |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
