2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 9 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), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra.
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, 2010 Opel Astra (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Laguna | 2010 Opel Astra | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Laguna | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |