2001 Renault Megane vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 350 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
