2003 Opel Vectra vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 211 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
