1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Blazer | Laguna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |