2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 415 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2680 mm |
