2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 311 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. 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 (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laguna | Spark |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2375 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
