2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Laguna | ATS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
