1993 Porsche 993 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 993 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 1993 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 993 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 993 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
