2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2001 Renault Laguna and 2001 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 74 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. 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 (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Laguna | 2001 Renault Megane | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Laguna | Megane |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |