2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 236 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
