2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1509 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
