2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Spark and 2007 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 805 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 2007 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Spark | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 793 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |