2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 209 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2680 mm |
