2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Equinox and 2004 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 232 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Equinox | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |