2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Laguna.
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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Laguna. 2012 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
