2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1115 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 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Laguna | GL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |