2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
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, 2009 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Laguna | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Laguna | Vue |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |