2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 397 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. 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 (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laguna | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
