1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 15 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 935 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Laguna | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2855 mm |
