2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2680 mm |
