2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Elise | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | 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 | 120 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |