2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2011 Cadillac DTS 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. 2011 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Laguna | DTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
