2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2009 Saturn Astra is newer by 9 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Astra. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Saturn Astra. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2009 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Laguna | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
