1996 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 313 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Beretta | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
