2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra 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 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 140 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.
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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
