2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 851 kg more than 1997 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Canyon | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
