1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
