2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cavalier | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
