2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 274 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 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Compass | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 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 | 1614 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
