2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. 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 Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
