2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1176 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (327 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
