2010 Dodge Journey vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Journey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Journey would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Laguna.
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, 2010 Dodge Journey (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Journey | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Journey | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
