2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Pontiac G6 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Renault | Pontiac |
| Model | Laguna | G6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
