2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Am | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |