2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Laguna | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
