2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Rover 45.
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, 2004 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (147 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Laguna | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Laguna | 45 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |