2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 168 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laguna | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
