2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Neon.
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 (204 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Neon | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Neon | Laguna |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |