2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1020 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 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Silverado | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |