2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2011 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Suzuki | Renault |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
