1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 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 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Laguna | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
