2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 103 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 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Renault | Dodge |
Model | Laguna | Caliber |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |