1996 Chevrolet Lumina 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 Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 55 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Lumina | Laguna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |