2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 638 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 GMC Sierra 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 2013 GMC Sierra. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Renault | GMC |
| Model | Laguna | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
