2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | Laguna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |