2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (115 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Yukon | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 115 L |
