2001 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2001 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (88 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 301 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz A | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | A | Laguna |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |