2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 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 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Kangoo | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Kangoo | Laguna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |