2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
