1996 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1996 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Renault Laguna | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Laguna | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3302 mm |