2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 51 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Camaro 2005 Renault Laguna
Make Chevrolet Renault
Model Camaro Laguna
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3390 cc 2188 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1413 kg 1464 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 68 L


 

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