2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 10 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 80 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Laguna | 147 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |