2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 489 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 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 2011 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Renault | Jaguar |
Model | Laguna | XJ |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 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 | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5248 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |