2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 199 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 66 L |
