2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 8 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Kalos | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
