2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 159 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.

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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 2005 Renault Laguna
Make Chevrolet Renault
Model Cavalier Laguna
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2190 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 270 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1191 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2750 mm


 

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