2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 188 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Lumina | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
