2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Laguna | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
