2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G6 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac G6 (341 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | G6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
