2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 159 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |