2011 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Laguna | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laguna | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
