2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 328 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 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Zafira | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
