2001 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna. 2001 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Durango | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
