2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
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 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
