2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 7 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Caravan | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |