2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 114 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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 Sentra (175 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
