2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna.
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 Malibu (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Malibu | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |