2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 8 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 565 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, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2008 Chrysler Voyager 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. 2008 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2008 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | Laguna | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 101 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
