2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 245 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 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
