2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Laguna.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Laguna. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
