2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 875 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 (454 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Silverado | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5357 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |