2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Cobalt | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |