2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 110 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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Altima | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Altima | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |