2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano 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 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 785 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Renault Laguna | 2009 Tata Nano | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | Laguna | Nano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |