2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1130 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 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Renault | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Laguna | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3295 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
