2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Nissan Almera (248 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (204 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Almera | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
