2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 328 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 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Laguna | S60 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2776 mm |