2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
