2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2007 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Laguna | S60 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |