2002 Volvo C70 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo C70 (162 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo C70 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. 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, 2002 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo C70 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | C70 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
