2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1306 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Escalade | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |