2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Laguna | 146 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
