2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 450 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 2002 Chevrolet Blazer 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 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer 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. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laguna | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
