2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler Voyager and 2001 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 566 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna. 2001 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Voyager | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
