2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Enclave | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |