2003 Acura EL vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 3 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Acura EL.
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 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | EL | Laguna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |