1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 600 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Blazer | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |