2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala 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 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 4 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 435 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Impala | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |