2010 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 953 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tahoe | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2553 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1895 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |
