2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 139 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Laguna | Sentra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |