2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra 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. Both 2008 Nissan Micra and 2000 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (153 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
