2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 962 kg more than 2002 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 2002 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
