2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
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2002 Renault Laguna | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Laguna | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2874 mm |