2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | E | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
