2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 858 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Ram | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2750 mm |