2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Laguna | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
