1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 17 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 479 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Sienna |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |