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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 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 1595 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) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 5965 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
