2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 785 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (327 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Express | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 327 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |