2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 680 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Durango | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
