2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
