2009 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Laguna | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
