2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna. 2010 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
