2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 353 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Laguna | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laguna | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
