2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 444 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2007 Lancia Phedra has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Phedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Phedra | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Phedra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
