2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 638 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Cherokee | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
