2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 42 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |