2001 Opel Speedster vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Speedster (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 392 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster.
Because 2001 Opel Speedster 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 2001 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2001 Opel Speedster (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Speedster | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Speedster | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
