2004 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2004 Renault Megane 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. Both 2004 Renault Megane and 2004 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 111 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 286 kg more than 2004 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 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Renault Megane 2004 Renault Laguna
Make Renault Renault
Model Megane Laguna
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 187 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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