2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 424 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (204 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Centieme | Laguna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |