2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Dodge DART

To start off, 2013 Dodge DART 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 99 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.

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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Renault Laguna 2013 Dodge DART
Make Renault Dodge
Model Laguna DART
Year Released 2000 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 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 1340 kg 1439 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4672 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1465 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2703 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 5.9 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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