2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tahoe | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
