1994 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 115 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
