2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 902 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
