2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Suburban | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |