2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 295 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 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Escalade | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
