2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 455 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.
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, 2010 Dodge Journey (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Laguna | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Laguna | Journey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
