2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 9 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Optra (166 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Optra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
