2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Reno would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Laguna (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | Reno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
