2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2004 Opel Vectra and 2004 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 218 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (185 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Vectra | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Vectra | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |