2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1065 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.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Silverado | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |