2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Escalade | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |