2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1118 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
