2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 5 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 156 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |