1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Silverado | Laguna |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |