2003 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2003 Renault Laguna and 2003 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Espace (137 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 331 kg more than 2003 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 Renault Espace (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Laguna | 2003 Renault Espace | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Laguna | Espace |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |