2000 Renault Spider vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Spider would be higher. Both 2000 Renault Spider and 2002 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 408 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider.
Because 2000 Renault Spider 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 2000 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider. 2002 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Spider | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Spider | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |