2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Escalade | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |