2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E and 2008 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | E | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
