2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 850 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laguna | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
