2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 77 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 Volvo V50 (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Laguna | V50 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |