2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (115 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Impala | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 115 L |
