2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Suburban and 2000 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 809 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 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Suburban 2000 Renault Laguna
Make Chevrolet Renault
Model Suburban Laguna
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5327 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 149 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 78.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 80.5 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2334 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 5590 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 80 L


 

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