2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 300 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
