2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2010 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2011 GMC Acadia 2010 Renault Laguna
Make GMC Renault
Model Acadia Laguna
Year Released 2011 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 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 5098 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1986 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1849 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3020 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 70 L


 

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