2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2004 Renault Laguna and 2004 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 675 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Laguna | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Renault | Smart |
Model | Laguna | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |