2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 2004 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Esprit | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Esprit | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |