2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 475 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (152 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laguna | Spark |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
