1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 885 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 99 L |
