2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue.
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, 2009 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Laguna | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
