2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 12 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (399 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 751 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laguna | ML |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| 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 | 1510 kg | 2261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
