2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 214 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laguna | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
