2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. 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 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac GTO | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | GTO | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5669 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |