2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | SL | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
