2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 371 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
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2001 Renault Laguna | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Laguna | Equinox |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |