2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Malibu | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |