2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Spider would be higher. Both 2001 Renault Laguna and 2000 Renault Spider are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider.
Because 2000 Renault Spider 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 2000 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Laguna | 2000 Renault Spider | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Laguna | Spider |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |