2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 445 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Laguna | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2873 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |