2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 918 kg more than 2006 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Ram | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |