2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Volvo V40.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V40. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | V40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
