2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Equinox | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
