2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Renault Laguna | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Renault | SsangYong |
Model | Laguna | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |