1990 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac 6000 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | 6000 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
