2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 206 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Renault Laguna | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Laguna | Equinox |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |