1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 30 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 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
