1996 Renault Laguna vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 1997 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Laguna | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Avensis |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |