2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. 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 14 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna.
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 2009 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 2009 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Equinox | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
