2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (138 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Opel Zafira.
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, 2006 Opel Zafira (176 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Zafira | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
