2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Laguna | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Renault | SsangYong |
Model | Laguna | Rexton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |