2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda 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 (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 424 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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 (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Panda | Laguna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |