2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn LW weights approximately 68 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna.
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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Laguna | 2000 Saturn LW | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Laguna | LW |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |